brass wire

Copper-zinc alloy strand

Brass wire is wire made from brass, an alloy of copper and zinc.

It's valued for its malleability, corrosion resistance, and golden color.

Brass wire appears in jewelry making, electrical connectors, musical instrument strings, and decorative crafts: She bent the brass wire into earring hooks.

It solders easily and won't spark, making it useful in environments with flammable materials.

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  • gaugeStandard of measurement
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  • jewelryOrnamental personal accessories

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G